A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
The idiomatic phrase "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" is a popular phrase used to express that something certain or already in one's possession is more valuable than something uncertain or only potential. The phrase conveys the idea that it is better to hold onto something one already has rather than risk it for something that may be better but is not certain to be obtained. This phrase is often used when a decision is made between taking a sure thing or risking it for a greater reward. It suggests that it is better to be happy with what you have than to risk it for something you might not get and to be content with what you have instead of always striving for something better.